12 kickass comic villainesses you do not want to cross

Would YOU mess with Jennifer Lawrence as Mystique? (Picture: AP Photo/Twentieth Century Fox/Marvel, Alan Markfield)

With every good review that rolls in, it looks like Marvel is about to hit the ball out of the park with soon-to-be box office hit Guardians Of The Galaxy.

And who are we most excited to see? While Chris Pratt looks set to be the anti-hero of our hearts, we can’t wait for Karen Gillan as the evil super assassin.

In fact, while we’ve had our fair share of awesome bad guys, we think it’s only fair to shine a light on some of the most awesome comic book bad gals.

From Marvel to DC, from Batman baddies to X-Men enemies, see our favourite females who have turned to the dark side. Viva la villainess.

Poison Ivy

Well, he’d probably die happy (Picture: DC)

From the DC multiverse and enemy to Batman, we have here a villain who has a one-track mind – protecting Mother Nature. Weapons of choice include poisonous kisses (created from plant toxins).

Harley Quinn

A match made in Arkham (Picture: DC)

If you’re a fan of Batman’s arch enemy the Joker, you’ll love his long-time beau Harley. Certifiably insane and with a stunning costume, they’re a match made in heaven.

Madam Masque

Way more badass than Pepper Potts (Picture: Marvel)

From Marvel comes Madam Masque, who has been both an enemy and love interest of Iron Man. We’re guessing he found her charms rather magnetic.

Cheetah

Nobody told Cheetah safari prints were so last season (Picture: DC)

Looking forward to the new Wonder Woman movie? Then meet one of her old enemies, Cheetah. Created in the forties, Cheetah has been embodied by many a lady intent on defeating WW.

Catwoman

Meow. (Picture: DC)

Alright, as anyone who’s seen the new Batman franchise knows, The Cat is now a woman reformed, fighting alongside Christian Bale. However we can’t forget her evil origins – and who could forget that catsuit.

Mystique

Ginger, blue, a mutant – let’s face it she’s got a lot to be angry about (Picture: Marvel)

AKA Raven, the blue baddie you may know as Jennifer Lawrence in the X-Men films. Born a mutant and resentful towards humans – not to mention the US government, who are intent upon experimenting on her shape-shifting form.

From DC Comics comes Livewire, a sparky radio host who enjoyed slating Superman. One day she was struck by lightning, blamed it on Superman, and the rest is villainess history.

Killer Frost

…and yet she still wears a VERY high-cut swimsuit to work (Picture: DC)

Much like Cheetah, Killer Frost is another female supervillain played by many characters. Weapons include many icy abilities, naturally, and occasionally the talent of hypnotising men with her kiss.

Lady Deathstrike

Yes, but how does she tie her shoes? (Picture: Marvel)

Lady Deathstrike comes from Marvel and the X-Men saga; more specifically, a foe of Wolverine. She too has an adamantium skeleton – designed by herself – and with many other enhancements. She truly is a villain of self-design.

Circe

Also likes a drink too, if this is any indication (Picture: DC)

Green sorceress and villainous foe of Wonder Woman, Circe is inspired by Greek mythology. Much like her namesake, Circe is very beautiful, very immortal, and likes to turn people into animals (natch).

Spiral

Ok, you could get a lot more done, but shopping for shirts would be a bitch (Picture: Marvel)

Spiral is a supervillainess who appeared in the X-Men universe. Key defining features? Well, that would include her impressive collection of extra limbs. As if six arms aren’t enough, she can also cast spells.

Moonstone

Great hair. Shame she forgot her trousers (Picture: Marvel)

Appearing against the Marvel Avengers is Moonstone, a member of supervillain troupe, Masters of Evil. Originally a product of serious parent issues, Moonstone then used a stone from space to give her impressive super powers.